Crypto
Cryptocurrency ETFs, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and digital asset funds.

Crypto's $1 Trillion Rout Hits Funds Built for Retail Traders
A $1 trillion crypto market decline is forcing ETF issuers to consolidate their offerings, with smaller altcoin products facing closures while Bitcoin and Ether ETFs remain dominant.

XRP loses momentum as ETF demand stalls and fear grips crypto markets
XRP dropped toward $1.00 on Tuesday amid weak institutional demand for U.S. spot ETFs and broader crypto market risk-off sentiment. GCC investors have limited regulated local options for XRP exposure.

Coinbase license in UAE offers first international tokenized securities product
Coinbase has obtained a license from Abu Dhabi's ADGM to arrange investment deals and offer custody for tokenized securities, positioning the UAE as its international tokenization hub. The move aims to provide capital market access to billions globally through blockchain technology.

IBIT vs. IB1T: What's the Difference Between BlackRock's Bitcoin ETF and Bitcoin Shariah ETP?
BlackRock offers two distinct Bitcoin products for different investor needs: IBIT for traditional investors and IB1T for those seeking Shariah-compliant exposure to cryptocurrency.

Tokenized Equities Are Expanding, but the 759,000-Holder Claim Needs Context
Tokenized equities are growing rapidly with 759,000 on-chain holders as of July 2026, but investors must understand the different legal structures, counterparty risks, and custody considerations before trading.

ADGM in UAE approves Tether Gold as spot traded commodity
Abu Dhabi's Global Market (ADGM) has approved Tether Gold (XAU₮) as an Accepted Spot Commodity, enabling regulated firms to offer blockchain-backed physical gold tokens. Each XAU₮ represents one troy ounce of London Good Delivery gold.

Crypto ETF Outflows Hit Billions as Institutions Turn Cautious
ETF Investors Are Driving the Latest Bitcoin Correction

Mubadala Deepens Bitcoin Bet as Global Institutions Pile Into IBIT
Mubadala Investment Company has increased its holdings in BlackRock's iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) to $565.6 million as of Q1 2026, reflecting the UAE sovereign investor's strategic bet on regulated digital assets and institutional cryptocurrency infrastructure.

The SEC Delays Prediction-Market ETFs. Here’s How They Work
The SEC has delayed the launch of prediction-market ETFs from major issuers including Bitwise and Roundhill, requesting more details on product mechanics and investor risks. These innovative ETFs aim to package binary event contracts into tradeable macro instruments.

Crypto.com Secures UAE's First VASP Payment License as Bitcoin ETF Inflows Hit $2.7 Billion
Crypto.com becomes the first Virtual Asset Service Provider globally to receive a Stored Value Facilities license from the Central Bank of the UAE, enabling residents to pay government fees with digital assets. Bitcoin spot ETFs record $2.7 billion in consecutive inflows.

State Street Pushes Into Tokenized Finance with Galaxy after ETF launches in 2024
State Street Investment Management and Galaxy Digital have launched SWEEP, a tokenized private liquidity fund enabling institutional investors to move stablecoins into yield-bearing assets on blockchain infrastructure 24/7.

Goldman Sachs Files Bitcoin Income ETF as Options Strategies.
Goldman Sachs has filed for a Bitcoin Premium Income ETF designed to generate returns by selling options linked to Bitcoin. The strategy represents a broader trend of options-income ETFs becoming one of the fastest-growing segments in the global ETF market.
